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VHK 2L

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

44,283 mi
Last recorded44,283 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHK 2L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 44,283 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 44,221 miles

Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings lower uj worn (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pedal has no anti-slip rubber

Pass 9 Jun 2017 43,406 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 41,295 miles

both front lower trunions have slight play

n/s/f lever arm has slight misting of oil

slight play in steering column top bush

Fail 20 Jun 2016 41,294 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front lower trunions have slight play

n/s/f lever arm has slight misting of oil

slight play in steering column top bush

Pass 10 Jul 2015 40,801 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 40,797 miles

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,907 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 37,830 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 35,944 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 33,245 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 33,186 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 27,747 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 25,036 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s n/s floorpan/chassis repairs have been spot welded.

Pass 28 Mar 2007 21,576 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 21,572 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,540 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 17,540 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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VHK 2L is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHK 2L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VHK 2L registered?

VHK 2L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is VHK 2L safe to buy?

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